Selective
Northwestern University: CIERA REACH Summer Program
Overview
A selective 3-week intensive summer program where high school students conduct hands-on astronomy research with CIERA astronomers, learn Python programming, and work on mini-projects based on active research. An optional 3-week REACH Further extension is available for continued research projects.
At a glance
Deadline
Mar 1110 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter
Location
Evanston, IL
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,500
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Application requirements
Application
Required; applications expected to open January 2027
Prior Experience
No prior experience with computer programming or astronomy required
Cost & sessions
Core Program: $2,500. REACH Further (optional 3-week extension): $1,500 additional. Full or partial tuition assistance available through The Brinson Foundation and other supporters.
Financial aid
Full or partial tuition assistance available
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